Gillette Fusion5 Men's Razor, Handle + 2 Refills
A close, quick five blade shave, with refill costs as the ongoing catch.
The short version
- Men with normal to tough skin and coarse stubble
- Head shavers
- Anyone already stocked with Gillette 5 blade refills
- You want the lowest cost per shave
- You have sensitive skin and shave every day
- You prefer a safety razor
What owners like
- Very close shave in few passes
- Handles coarse stubble and head shaving well
- Comfortable handle grip
Common complaints
- Replacement cartridges are expensive
- Can irritate sensitive skin, especially with daily shaving
- Lubrication strip wears down after a handful of shaves
Based on Gillette's product page, Shaving Advisor's Fusion5 review and the Amazon listing.
Research scores
Scored from the maker's specs and what owners report. Drew's own notes and photos will refine these.
Ownership
- Nov 2024
First bought.
Drew's hands-on notes for this product are on the way. Long-term updates will be added to this timeline.
What it does
A five blade Gillette cartridge razor sold as one handle with two refill cartridges.
- Precision trimmer on the back for sideburns and under the nose
- Lubrastrip fades to signal when a cartridge is due for replacement
- Microfins stretch the skin ahead of the blades
- Pivoting head and a grippy handle built for wet hands
- Handle also takes ProGlide and other Gillette 5 blade refills
A solid choice for anyone who wants a close shave in few strokes and already buys Gillette's 5 blade refills. The ongoing cost of cartridges is the main downside, and people with sensitive skin who shave daily may find it irritating.
How it compares
Specs
- In the box
- 1 handle, 2 refill cartridges
- Blades
- 5 antifriction blades plus a rear precision trimmer
- Refill life
- Up to 20 shaves or about a month (maker claim)
- Handle fit
- All Gillette 5 blade refills except GilletteLabs, per Gillette
- Comfort parts
- Lubrastrip on top, microfins below the blades
Questions
How long does a Gillette Fusion5 blade last?
Gillette says up to 20 shaves or about a month.
Do ProGlide refills fit the Fusion5 handle?
Gillette says the handle fits all its 5 blade refills except GilletteLabs.
What is the blade on the back of the Fusion5 for?
It is a precision trimmer for sideburns, under the nose and other tight spots.
Is the Fusion5 better than the Mach3?
Shaving Advisor found it faster and closer, but refills cost more.
Sources
- Gillette: Fusion5 Men's Razor
- Shaving Advisor: Gillette Fusion5 review
- Amazon: Gillette Fusion5 Razor, Handle + 2 Refills (product listing)
Researched 2026-10-01. We bought this product; our page is built from the maker's details and what owners report across reviews and forums. We never copy Amazon customer reviews.